Government investment a 'drop in the ocean' of what's needed for electric vehicle charging

The committee heard that there are 1,500 public charging stations where fast chargers are already installed or could be added. File photo

Government investment in fast, public electric vehicle charging has been a “drop in the ocean” and 10 times more funding is needed, an Oireachtas committee has heard.

Speaking to the Oireachtas Transport Committee, representatives from private companies in the sector said significant investment and grid improvements are needed to support the Government aims of more electric vehicles on the roads in the coming years.